Traveler III
Ham test
- Thread starter Buddy kirkes
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Member III
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- Rolando
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- Nispiros
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You can always start here - HamStudy.org: Cutting edge amateur radio study tools
Assuming you want to start out with the first type of Ham license which is the 'Technical Class' license. You could read the 'Read Questions' section to give you an idea of what questions will be asked.
I picked up this e-book from Amazon and used it in conjunction with Hamstudy.org. This way I had a logical way to remember the questions/answers and had a way to quiz myself. Once I started passing the Practice Tests on Hamstudy.org with consistent results, then I took my test online...
If you don't already know there are about 400+ questions, but you will only be asked 35 questions of the pool of questions based on different sections of the book/questions from Hamstudy.org. The 35 questions are different for everyone.
Good luck!
Assuming you want to start out with the first type of Ham license which is the 'Technical Class' license. You could read the 'Read Questions' section to give you an idea of what questions will be asked.
I picked up this e-book from Amazon and used it in conjunction with Hamstudy.org. This way I had a logical way to remember the questions/answers and had a way to quiz myself. Once I started passing the Practice Tests on Hamstudy.org with consistent results, then I took my test online...
If you don't already know there are about 400+ questions, but you will only be asked 35 questions of the pool of questions based on different sections of the book/questions from Hamstudy.org. The 35 questions are different for everyone.
Good luck!
Buddy -
How do you learn best? Visual learner listener, hands on, reader?
I have 7 children who got their initial licenses at ages ages 8 up through 18.
They were all different in their learning styles and our approach was different with each on how to help them pass the test.
Let me know what style learner you are and I might be able to help. I’ve instructed many classes and am volunteer examiner.
Happy to help any way I can.
James
Pathfinder III
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Buddy,
We can help you, several of our Sierra Foothills members are VE's and will get you hooked up with training and a test locally.
Email Dave Dingal he is the guy that gave the class the other night at the meet-up. daved3285@gmail.com
Drop buy on your way home if I am in the shop and we can talk about it.
Traveler III
Traveler III
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Member III
Maybe this post will help you.
www.overlandbound.com
I do need to update it though, given the current situation most of the testing currently is being done through apps such as Zoom where the VE team can watch you take the test.
Hamstudy.org/sessions will show the virtual test sessions and provide sign up info. ((How to article has been updated with current testing situation))
How to get your Amateur (ham) radio license.
Now Lars has a good Boot Camp article with a good overview of ham radio and some info on radios. He does make mention of how to get licensed however I had this article written and thought I would share it here as it may give a little more insight into getting licensed specifically. Ham radio...
I do need to update it though, given the current situation most of the testing currently is being done through apps such as Zoom where the VE team can watch you take the test.
Hamstudy.org/sessions will show the virtual test sessions and provide sign up info. ((How to article has been updated with current testing situation))
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Traveler III
Thank youMaybe this post will help you.
How to get your Amateur (ham) radio license.
Now Lars has a good Boot Camp article with a good overview of ham radio and some info on radios. He does make mention of how to get licensed however I had this article written and thought I would share it here as it may give a little more insight into getting licensed specifically. Ham radio...
I do need to update it though, given the current situation most of the testing currently is being done through apps such as Zoom where the VE team can watch you take the test.
Hamstudy.org/sessions will show the virtual test sessions and provide sign up info.
Pathfinder I
Thanks for the info, I’d put it on hold figuring no way for in person exams right now.Maybe this post will help you.
How to get your Amateur (ham) radio license.
Now Lars has a good Boot Camp article with a good overview of ham radio and some info on radios. He does make mention of how to get licensed however I had this article written and thought I would share it here as it may give a little more insight into getting licensed specifically. Ham radio...
I do need to update it though, given the current situation most of the testing currently is being done through apps such as Zoom where the VE team can watch you take the test.
Hamstudy.org/sessions will show the virtual test sessions and provide sign up info. ((How to article has been updated with current testing situation))
Member III
Many clubs have gone to offering virtual exams. Check out www.hamstudy.org/sessions
It does involve a computer or device with a camera so the VE (Volunteer Examiners) can watch you to make sure you aren't cheating but with few clubs doing in person testing right now it may be the only way to get your license for a while.
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Advocate III
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20990
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On the eastern side of your state they are testing every other month. 20 people got their tech license last Sunday, 5 upgraded to General, and 3 Extra Upgrades from one test session.
My club is offering testing case by case. In fact we tested last Saturday and I hear we are testing again very soon.
To find a test session go to Find an Amateur Radio License Exam in Your Area and fill in the search tools.
Inventor I
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- Bjoern
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Here in Germany, tests have started again recently. It s a class room event. Due to Covid-19 aof course with a hygiene concept now. I have an appointment for the test next week. Will share experiences afterwards here.
Have a nice weekend!
Bjoern
Have a nice weekend!
Bjoern
Just got my Technician a few weeks ago. I used HamStudy.org exclusively. Two weeks of studying in my off time and I was ready to test.
The test is easy, and I have no engineering in my background. Some questions you choose to hit the "I Believe" button and move on (memorize the answer and get on with it). I didn't have the time nor inclination to learn every aspect of some concepts.
Get 'er done!
The test is easy, and I have no engineering in my background. Some questions you choose to hit the "I Believe" button and move on (memorize the answer and get on with it). I didn't have the time nor inclination to learn every aspect of some concepts.
Get 'er done!
Advocate III
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- Michael
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- Rose
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20990
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- W7FSB
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- US ARMY Retired
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Inventor I
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- Bjoern
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- Eldracher
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OscarMk
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Educator I
Thanks for the hamstudy.org link! I had been toying around with the idea of getting my license. This site was the perfect prep course for me.
